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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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